For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 824 students in 18302, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 14 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 18302, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18302, PA are Middle Smithfield Elementary School and Resica Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18302 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18302, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18302, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middle Smithfield Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5180 Milford Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
(570) 223-8082
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
(570) 223-8082
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Resica Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Gravel Ridge Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
(570) 223-6911
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
(570) 223-6911
Gr: K-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18302, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18302, PA include Middle Smithfield Elementary School and Resica Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 18302?
2 public schools are located in 18302.
What percentage of students in 18302 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 18302 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18302?
18302 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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